Everton appear to have admitted defeat in their pursuit of Jonny Evans' signature, as Arsenal and Manchester City make approaches for the West Bromwich Albion centre-back.

The Telegraph reports that Everton are 'among a number of other [Evans] suitors', but adds that there's a recognition they cannot compete with Arsenal or Manchester City for the 30-year-old, who 'wants European football and the chance to compete at the top again'.

It is claimed that West Brom want £25 million to part with Evans, who has 18 months left on his contract and 'indicated that he would be unwilling to sign a new deal'.

However, it is suggested that Arsenal and City could use either Mathieu Debuchy or Eliaquim Mangala respectively, as makeweights in any deal for the former Manchester United man.